Chris Rowlands

Chris Rowlands

Formerly News Editor at Stuff, Chris now writes about tech from his tropical office. Sidetracked by sustainable stuff, he’s also keen on cameras, classic cars and any gear that gets better with age.

Articles by: Chris Rowlands

Topaz Photo AI editor correcting a low-light image

Topaz Photo AI review: image correction with artificial intelligence

By Chris Rowlands published

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Topaz Photo AI is a powerful AI image enhancer that can remove noise, recover detail and save faces, but does it justify its high price?

GoPro Hero 11 Black and DJI Osmo Action 4 side by side

GoPro Hero 11 Black vs DJI Osmo Action 4: which is best for you?

By Chris Rowlands published

GoPro’s flagship action camera faces off against DJI’s low-light champion. Which one should you buy?

Sony A6700 vs Fujifilm X-S20 mirrorless cameras side-by-side

Sony A6700 vs Fujifilm X-S20: which is best for you?

By Chris Rowlands published

Sony’s flagship APS-C camera and Fujifilm’s hybrid all-rounder are mid-range mirrorless rivals. Which one is best for you?

Sony Alpha A6700 mirrorless camera outside on a wall

Sony A6700 review: top-spec autofocus in compact packaging

By Chris Rowlands published

The Sony A6700 is a travel-friendly mirrorless camera with an ergonomic design, capable sensor and powerful AI autofocus features.

DJI Mini 2 drone

Drone beginner's guide: 9 essential tips for safe and skilled piloting

By Chris Rowlands published

First-time drone flyers need to know the legalities and plan flights to get safely off the ground, before putting in the practice hours to hone their pilot skills

Nikon Z8 mock up product shot straight on from the front with full-frame sensor exposed

The Nikon Z8 is on track for an imminent launch – here are 5 things we want to see

By Chris Rowlands published

Nikon’s next mirrorless camera could be right around the corner – here's what we hope to see from the Z8.

Photographer taking a travel portrait

How to back up your photos while traveling

By Chris Rowlands published

Keep your treasured travel snaps safe on the road with these back-up options.

GoPro action camera on a suction cup mount

How to use a GoPro as a dash cam for your car

By Chris Rowlands published

With the right settings and an accessories, it’s simple to use your GoPro action camera as a dash cam.

DJI Goggles Integra for Avata FPV drone

DJI streamlines Avata FPV drone experience with new goggles and joystick

By Chris Rowlands published

DJI’s streamlined Goggles Integra and RC Motion 2 joystick promise a slicker FPV experience for drone pilots.

The Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 on a table with each of its five color choices

Fujifilm leak hints at four incoming cameras – here’s what we want to see

By Chris Rowlands published

A Fujifilm Spain presentation has revealed that four ‘disruptive’ new cameras are scheduled for launch this year.

Google Photos vs Amazon Photos

Google Photos vs Amazon Photos: which is the best photo cloud storage?

By Chris Rowlands last updated

Versus TechRadar Pro explores the differences between Google Photos and Amazon Photos.

A GoPro and laptop screen showing people exercising

The best GoPro apps and accessories for boosting your fitness workouts

By Chris Rowlands published

Upgrade your workouts with these GoPro apps and accessories, from tripods to telemetry overlays.

Google Photos screenshot on an orange background

How to download all your Google Photos to PC or Mac

By Chris Rowlands last updated

Follow these simple instructions to download all your Google Photos to your PC or Mac and ensure your precious pics stay safe.

Google Lens iPhone and iPad

How to use Google Lens on your iPhone or iPad

By Chris Rowlands last updated

Want to use Google Lens on your iPhone or iPad, but not sure how? Here's how to install and master it on Apple devices.

Three memory cards on a blue background

Black Friday memory card deals: save up to 57% on SD and microSD cards

By Chris Rowlands published

Black Friday The best Black Friday deals can save you up to 57% on memory cards for your Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck or camera.

The Fujifilm X-T30 II camera next to a Black Friday logo

How to get a bargain mirrorless camera during Black Friday

By Mark Wilson published

In the market for a new camera? Here's how to snag the best photographic deals this Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

The GoPro Hero 11 Black action cam on a blue background

Should I get a GoPro Subscription during Black Friday?

By Chris Rowlands published

GoPro's action cameras are much cheaper when bought with its Subscription. But are there any drawbacks – and should you wait to buy a GoPro with a Subscription during Black Friday?

Three memory cards on a blue background

How to avoid SD card scams during Black Friday and Cyber Monday

By Chris Rowlands published

The Black Friday sales are a great time to buy a memory card, as long as you watch out for SD card and microSD card scams.

Three GoPro action cameras on a blue background

Which GoPro should you buy during Black Friday?

By Chris Rowlands published

In the market for a discounted action camera? These are the GoPros you should consider during Black Friday.

Lowepro PhotoSport Outdoor Backpack BP 24L AW III

Lowepro PhotoSport BP 24L AW III

By Chris Rowlands published

Lightweight, versatile and durable - the PhotoSport III is ideal for photographic day trips

Garmin Venu

Garmin Venu review

By Chris Rowlands last updated

Updated Garmin gets smart with its first AMOLED sports watch, featuring a crisp, vivid display and solid health tracking.

A laptop screen and phone showing the Google Photos Album homescreens

How to create and share albums in Google Photos

By Chris Rowlands last updated

Looking to create and share albums in Google Photos? Here's how to do it – and also control your privacy options.

A laptop screen showing the Google Photos edit tools

How to edit your photos in Google Photos

By Chris Rowlands last updated

Looking to edit your photos within Google Photos itself? Our guide covers all of the useful tools baked into the cloud service.

Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus

Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus review

By Chris Rowlands last updated

A dead-ringer for its cheaper twin, does wireless charging justify the added cost of Amazon’s slightly faster slate?

A phone screen and laptop showing the Google Photos book creation process

How to make a Google Photos book

By Chris Rowlands last updated

Looking to make a physical book from your Google Photos library? Our guide is here to walk you through the process.

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